Vos met karaf en parasol 1841 - 1889

"Vos met karaf en parasol" (Fox with a Carafe and an Umbrella) is a whimsical ink painting by the renowned Japanese artist Kawanabe Kyōsai. Created sometime between 1841 and 1889, the work depicts a stylized fox holding a carafe and walking under an umbrella, showcasing Kyōsai's signature expressive brushwork and playful depiction of animal subjects. The painting, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Kyōsai's mastery of the "ukiyo-e" (pictures of the floating world) style, often employing humor and satire in his artwork.